WORKSHOPS AND ACTIVITIES - DAY 9
SATURDAY 4TH MARCH 2023
COPPER PENDANTS WITH LIA STAEHLIN
BY TASHKEEL
Looking for a new piece of jewellery? Drop-in and join Tashkeel member and jeweller Lia Staehlin as she shows you how to design your own copper pendant. Learn how to design and apply a pattern on copper using some simple tools. Attendance is free of charge but seating is limited. Open to adults.
︎ Saturday 4th March, 2:00PM - 2:30PM
︎ Saturday 4th March, 3:00PM - 3:30PM
︎ House 10
︎ Free
POTTERY ON THE WHEEL
BY AL JALILA CULTURAL CENTRE FOR CHILDREN
Participants are able to try out the pottery wheel and receive advice and tips on handling it. Each session is a trial of 15 mins.
︎ Saturday 4th March, 4:00PM - 5:00PM
︎ Saturday 4th March, 5:30PM - 6:30PM
︎ Courtyard A
︎ Free
CYANOTYPE - TAKING PICTURES WITH THE SUN
BY MANSI BAVISHI
Artist Mansi Bavishi takes you into the world before cameras. She invites you to learn about the first photographic processes ever invented in 1840’s and the blueprint chemistry.
In this Botanical Cyanotype Printmaking Workshop, participants will be encouraged to explore the chemistry of blueprints and the power of the sunlight. Participants will be invited to hand-pick their botanicals which call out to them and translate them into Cyan blueprints. Participants are taught to be aware of the positive and negative space in their composition and what their objects mean to create aesthetically mindful compositions using two different techniques.
The workshop is designed for each participant to learning basic & intimidate techniques of printing in a single workshop.
Each participant goes home with 2 prints.
︎ Saturday 4th March, 4:00PM - 5:30PM
︎House 11
︎ Free
LOVE YOUR INNER CRITIC WITH PAUS
BY PAUS
We all have a voice inside of our head that keeps a close eye on what we're doing and is ready to jump in with self-blame, self-judgment and self-criticism. "You shouldn't have done that! Why did you say that? Your art is ugly. You are not enough." Meet your Inner Critic!
What would happen if you developed a healthy relationship with your Inner Critic? Instead of pushing it away or succumbing to its power – what if you could understand it deeply and work together in practical and creative ways?
In this workshop of exploring your inner world, you will:
- Get to know your Inner Critic and where it comes from
- Understand how it is trying to help you
- Create new habits and patterns of relating to the Inner Critic
︎ Saturday 4th March, 4:00PM - 5:30PM
︎ House 11
︎ Free
MAKING WAVES WITH ANJA BAMBERG
BY TASHKEEL
What do you associate with the theme of water? Participants are invited to become a part of the Sikka exhibition at Tashkeel Al Fahidi. Simply select a handmade paper from the installation and express your thoughts and connection to the topic of water. This can be in the form of a drawing, painting or even a poem. Draw on your memories, experiences and feelings of the sea. Drop-in, dive in and let your imagination run free. Attendance is free of charge but seating is limited. Open to all ages.
︎ Saturday 4th March, 4:00PM - 6:00PM
︎ House 10
︎ Free
GYPSUM CARVING
BY ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE SOCIETY
︎ Saturday 4th March, 4:00PM - 10:00PM
︎ House 8
︎ Fee applies
BY ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE SOCIETY
PHOTOGRAPHY
BY ARCHITECTURAL HERITAGE SOCIETY
︎ Saturday 4th March, 4:00PM - 10:00PM
︎ House 8
︎ Fee applies
SCREENWRITING WORKSHOP
BY BAIT EL FILM
A workshop that is curated to help those who need feedback on their writings. There will be a reading session and a feedback session open for questions and conversations.
︎ Saturday 4th March, 4:30PM - 6:30PM
︎ House 9
︎ Free
MAKE YOUR OWN ZINE
BY SMCCU (SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM CENTRE FOR CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING)
︎ Saturday 4th March, 7:00PM - 8:30PM
︎ House 47
︎ Free
SIKKA23 PHOTOWALK
BY FOTO.UAE / OLA ALLOUZ
Let’s get out of the box and try to use an iPad (or tablet) for photography! Join our iPad photowalk at Sikka Art Festival and let’s have fun!
︎ Saturday 4th March, 5:00PM onwards
︎ House 11
︎ Free
ISLAMIC ARTS: HOW TO CREATE AN ISLAMIC IZNIK PATTERN
BY TEHREEM PASHA
One of the most famous forms of Islamic art is Iznik pottery, which is renowned for its intricate and geometric designs. In this workshop, participants will learn how to create their own Islamic Iznik pattern, drawing inspiration from the traditional designs and techniques used in this ancient art form.
The workshop will start with a brief overview of the history and cultural significance of Islamic Iznik pottery. Participants will learn about the various styles of Islamic art and the different techniques used to create intricate designs. They will then be introduced to the traditional methods used to create an Iznik pattern, such as using geometric shapes and repeating patterns.
Next, participants will learn how to create their own Iznik pattern using only traditional tools and techniques. They will be taught how to draw their designs by hand, using pencils, rulers, and compasses to create precise geometric shapes. They will then be shown how to add color to their designs using traditional methods, such as hand painting with vibrant pigments and glazes.
Throughout the workshop, participants will receive guidance and support from the instructor, who will be on hand to answer any questions and offer advice on how to improve their designs. They will also have the opportunity to share their work with the group and receive feedback from their peers.
At the end of the workshop, participants will have the opportunity to take home their own hand-drawn and hand-painted Islamic Iznik pattern. They will also have the skills and knowledge to continue creating their own traditional Islamic Iznik patterns, and to explore other forms of traditional Islamic art.
︎ Saturday 4th March, 6:00PM - 7:30PM
︎ House 11
︎ Free
PRINTMAKING PARTY
BY TASHKEEL
︎ Saturday 4th March, 6:00PM - 10:00PM
︎ House 10
︎ Free
PALM B
BY LAST SEEN LIVE
Palm B is a British lyricist, spoken word artist and conscious rapper, raised in Abu Dhabi. He approaches music from the writing perspective initially. He collaborates with producers of a diverse variety of genres, ranging from NeoSoul, lo-fi, to R&B, bringing verses of varied content to each track.
︎ Saturday 4th March, 6:30PM - 7:00PM
︎ House 45
︎ Free
INTRO TO PHOTOGRAPHY WITH NIKON
BY NIKON
The Nikon School workshop will introduce you to the basics of exposure and composition techniques that will open the door to endless photographic possibilities. This is a hands-on learning experience and a wonderful opportunity to capture beautiful photos under the instruction of experienced photographers with our brand-new mirrorless cameras from Nikon.
︎ Saturday 4th March, 6:30PM - 8:00PM
︎ House 9
︎ Free
DUBAI DRUMS
BY SMCCU (SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM CENTRE FOR CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING)
Join us for a fun session to play together on the drums!
︎ Saturday 4th March, 6:40PM - 7:00PM
︎ Saturday 4th March, 8:00PM - 08:20PM
︎ Saturday 4th March, 8:30PM - 08:50PM
︎ Saturday 4th March, 9:30PM - 09:50PM
︎ House 47
︎ Free
THEATRE COSTUME ACCESSORIES
BY AL JALILA CULTURAL CENTRE FOR CHILDREN
Create your own accessory that can be used to develop a character in theater.
︎ Age: 10+
︎ Saturday 4th March, 7:00PM - 8:00PM
︎ Courtyard A
︎ Free
SOUND 45 BEA KADRI FEAT. SOUND OF ADIGA
BY LAST SEEN LIVE
A Lebanese independent singer-songwriter based in Dubai. She first made her debut in 2018 with “Cloud 9” and has consistently been releasing records since. The soulstress writes & sings about self-discovery, empowerment, and all matters of the heart, creating an original R&b chill and sultry sound. Bea has been featured on publications such as GQ, Harper’s Bazaar, Esquire, Regional Artists Spotlight, Emirates Woman, Khaleej Times & more. Today, Bea is releasing her debut album “No Love For The Long Distance” in which she explores a wave of emotions with songs like “Outpour”, “Poison”, “Ruthless (Ma Ber7am)” & more.
︎ Saturday 4th March, 7:30PM - 8:00PM
︎ House 45
︎ Free
JAM SESSION WITH SOUND OF ADIGA
BY LAST SEEN LIVE
Formed in 2016, Dubai based Sudanese group Adiga brings traditional rustic Sudanese sounds to the present. Blending the old and new, the trio adds a modern experimental twist to the classic Sudanese tone.
︎ Saturday 4th March, 8:00PM - 8:30PM
︎ House 45
︎ Free
HOW TO MAKE A PINHOLE CAMERA
BY ANALOG THE ROOM
We will experience the magic of photography and learn about its most fundamental form, we will first learn about the camera obscura phenomenon. Then we will discover the different pinhole cameras examples and proceed to learn how to build a functional camera with everyday materials.
︎ Saturday 4th March, 8:00PM - 12:00AM
︎ House 11
︎ Free
EMIRATI NIGHTS
BY SMCCU (SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM CENTRE FOR CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING)
︎ Saturday 4th March, 8:30PM - 9:30PM
︎ House 45
︎ Free
INTRODUCTION TO ACTING
BY AL JALILA CULTURAL CENTRE FOR CHILDREN
Introduction to the basics of acting and theater presence.
︎ Age: 16+
︎ Saturday 4th March, 8:30PM - 9:30PM
︎ Courtyard A
︎ Free
"ART IS DEAD, DUDE": ART & AI WITH RAHIM MAHTAB, FIONA ROBERTSON, BENO SARADZIC, MAY ALI
"Art is dead, dude”…Jason Allen told the New York Times after he won the Colorado State Art Fair as an ‘emerging digital artist’ His artwork was created by artificial intelligence and artists are furious. But Mr Allen was unmoved: “It’s over. A.I. won. Human’s lost” he told the paper.
Is A.I. art ART? What even IS art in 2023? Are machines stealing from artists? Should artists protect their work and livelihoods from A.I generators? Where are we headed? Should we be scared? Five digital art experts thrash it out under the stars then open it up to the floor- so come and join this pressing debate…
︎ Saturday 4th March, 8:30PM - 10:00PM
︎ House 45
︎ Free
SATWA 3000
Inspired by art, poetry, punk, quirkiness, beauty, philosophy, culture, pop-culture, S3K Studio is a vibrant and energetic creative studio with a transgressive and offbeat spirit.
︎ Saturday 4th March, 10:00PM - 12:00AM
︎ House 45
︎ Free